Aston Martin Vanquish Oil Change Guide

Overview

An oil change on the second-generation Vanquish is a sensible annual service task and a good opportunity to inspect a halo car honestly. Keep the job clean, methodical, and manual-led.

Applies to: vanquish.

Tools and consumables

Tools

• Level lifting equipment: The car must be secure and level.
• Undertray tools: Prepare all sockets and bits in advance.
• Drain pan: Use sufficient capacity.
• Torque wrench: Use only with confirmed manual figures.

Consumables

• Approved engine oil: Use the exact approved oil for the Vanquish engine and year.
• Oil filter: Confirm the correct part by VIN.
• Drain plug sealing component: Renew if specified.

Preparation

• Warm the engine lightly, then allow safe cooldown.
• Prepare the correct oil, filter, and drain components before lifting the car.
• Raise and secure the car level.

Access

• Remove the necessary undertray sections carefully.
• Inspect the visible underbody while access is available.
• Locate the drain and filter points before opening them.

Remove

• Drain the oil fully into a suitable pan.
• Remove the old filter and inspect the plug and oil condition.
• Clean the sealing surfaces.

Install

• Fit the new filter correctly.
• Refit the drain point using the correct sealing part and verified torque.
• Refill with the exact approved oil and confirm level by the correct process.

Final checks

• Run the engine, check for leaks, and confirm the final level.
• Reinstall the undertray cleanly.
• Document the service and any condition notes for future reference.

Torque and specs

When to stop and call a specialist

• If the underbody reveals unexpected seepage, damage, or stripped fixings.
• If the oil condition suggests deeper mechanical concern.
• If you cannot verify the correct spec for the exact car.